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Hecklers Are the Latest Sign That Senator Susan Collins Is in Trouble
Maine Senator Susan Collins was faced with heckling from Maine residents during a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday in Searsport, according to a report from NBC. The hecklers can be heard shouting “shame shame Shame” as well as confronting her on her recent actions on Trump’s “big beautiful bill”. This isn’t the only sign of discontent from… Read more
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Dead Serious About Fun: Grave Owners Party in Weld
Photo Credit: https://pixabay.com/ In the town of Weld, Maine (population 370+), near Mt. Blue State Park, lies Mountain View Cemetery. Though it is a small burying ground in a small town, it becomes the focal point of Weld’s social scene every year. At the end of August, the cemetery’s prefect, Sean Minear, hosts a party… Read more
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Why Albania Is Rapidly Becoming Europes Next Biggest Tourist Hotspot
With its magnificent landscapes, rich history, and affordability, Albania is making its way to center stage as one of Europe’s most desired destinations. Albania lies tucked in on the Southeastern side of Europe, bordering Greece and Montenegro. Whether it’s taking a scenic hike through one of the many national parks, exploring crumbled ruins, or spending a… Read more
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160 Years Ago, Late Summer Headlines Were Full of Sea Monsters
Photo Credit https://hakaimagazine.com/ You are in mid-1800s Britain. Queen Victoria is on the throne, rail transportation has revolutionized the island nation, and you purchase a copy of a newspaper, “The Days Doings,” with a headlining story about the shocking appearance of a sea monster off the coast of Ireland, complete with an invigorating woodcut illustration… Read more
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Taylor Swift’s Unconventional Engagement Ring Is the Perfect Representation of Her Relationship
It’s more meaningful than you might think. Read more
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Romantasy Is Changing Bookstores Worldwide. But What About in Maine?
During a period where literacy rates are falling, new trends and genres are gaining traction and drawing in new readers. For the past few years, the Romantasy genre, a coming together of Fantasy and Romance, has taken the forefront in literary sales across the world. This is also proving to be true in a place… Read more
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